When it comes to strength, endurance, and sheer determination, Paul Boland is a name that stands out—especially now that he’s a Guinness World Record holder. On May 5, 2024, Paul shattered the record for the most weight lifted via dumbbell curls in one hour, totaling an insane 40,474 pounds (18,358 kg). But his journey to this feat wasn’t easy, and YOLKED was there to help fuel his performance and recovery.
The Road to a World Record
Paul's journey toward this record started long before 2024. A lifelong fitness enthusiast, he was first introduced to arm curls by his father at the age of 13. Fast forward to adulthood, and his passion for strength training became even more structured—especially after the birth of his daughter, which fueled his motivation to push his physical limits.
In December 2023, Paul made his first attempt at breaking the world record for arm curls but came up just short. That’s when he knew he had to fine-tune everything—his training, recovery, and nutrition—to go all in for another shot.
Enter YOLKED.
Training Like a Machine
Breaking a world record isn’t just about brute strength—it’s about mental grit, discipline, and endurance. Paul had to prepare his body to handle nearly 1,600 continuous reps in just one hour. That meant months of building strength, preventing injury, and conditioning his muscles to withstand that type of volume.
He also had to combat a major challenge: recovery. Training at this level took a toll, and he needed an edge to ensure he could perform at his peak without breaking down.
Why YOLKED?
Paul incorporated YOLKED into his routine 90 days before his second world record attempt—and it made all the difference.
"I didn’t use it for my first attempt, but I definitely believe it helped push me over the top to break the world record."
With YOLKED’s NSF Certified for Sport formula, Paul maximized muscle protein synthesis and recovery, ensuring his body could handle the insane workload he was putting it through. Fortetropin, YOLKED’s key ingredient, naturally helps reduce myostatin, allowing for greater muscle growth and retention—exactly what Paul needed to sustain the high rep volume required for his record-breaking performance.
The Mental Game of Breaking Records
One of Paul’s biggest challenges wasn’t just the physical demands but the mental battle of pushing through. To keep himself locked in, he broke down the hour into small, manageable chunks, focusing on hitting specific rep goals instead of being overwhelmed by the full session.
He also credits his motivation to legends like Sylvester Stallone (whom he met in Atlantic City), his father’s early influence in lifting, and his own daughter, whom he hopes to inspire through his perseverance and discipline.
What’s Next?
Paul isn’t done. At almost 40 years old, he’s still chasing new strength goals, including more world records focused on arm strength. His mission isn’t just about hitting numbers—it’s about proving that age is just a number, inspiring others, and continuing to push his own limits.
And yes—he’s still #TeamYOLKED.
"YOLKED has become an integral part of my recovery strategy, helping me to maximize my performance and push my limits."
Paul’s Advice to Anyone Chasing a Goal?
"It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward." - Rocky Balboa
"You don’t have to hit your peak at 22. Strength takes time. If you don’t break a world record the first time, it’ll still be there next year—just don’t quit."
Get YOLKED & Crush Your Goals
Inspired by Paul’s journey? Start fueling your own strength goals with YOLKED today. Whether you’re training for your first competition or looking to break records, YOLKED is here to support you every rep of the way.